The upcoming musical “Descendants” brings Disney’s most famous villains and their not-so-evil kids to the Royal Theatre stage in a spectacular blend of fantasy and fun. Read more below.
Young Players Second Stage at the Royal Theatre presents Disney’s Descendants: The Musical, January 8-18, 2026, sponsored by Mid-Town Plumbing Company.
This book by Nick Blaemire tells the story of Mal, Evie, Jay, and Carlos – the teenage children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella DeVil – as they leave the Isle of the Lost for Auradon Prep.
The music adaptation by Madeline Smith, vocal and incidental music by Madeline Smith, additional lyrics by Nick Blaemire and Orchestrations by Matthew Tishler all add to the energy and heart of this show full of humor, color, and those unforgettable Disney moments that remind us all – no matter where we come from – we get to choose who we become.
Disney’s Descendants is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). all authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Performance showtimes are as follows:
- Thu Jan 8, 7pm
- Fri Jan 9, 7pm
- Sat Jan 10, 7pm
- Sun Jan 11, 2pm
- Thu Jan 15, 7pm
- Fri Jan 16, 7pm
- Sat Jan 17, 7pm
- Sun Jan 18, 2pm
This show is designated as assigned seating. Check your seating assignment before completing your purchase. For handicapped or special needs seating, please email [email protected] or call 501.315.5483.
Ticket prices are $15.00 for all seating. Ticketing is a contactless transaction. Tickets may be purchased at https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/the-royal-theatre/69344c9aa70f8a68348bf68f
The box office will open at 6:00pm on performance dates and the house will open approximately 15 – 20 minutes prior to curtain. Box Office opens at 1:00pm on matinee days.
It is recommend that tickets be purchased in advance. Availability cannot be guaranteed at the door.
Cast:
- Mal – Jordyn Purtle
- Evie – Isabella Smotherman
- Jay – Jason Jackson
- Carlos – Mitchell Swanner
- Ben – Braden Lisowe
- Jane – Madison Richards
- Chad – Marseiko Jackson
- Audrey – Chloe Cadzow
Ensemble:
- Abby Grace Neufer, Alana Dunn, Bailey Wright, Callie Crow, Story Walser, Reagan McCartney, Azlyn Barnard, Matthew Woods, Italo Arevalo, Carter Brawley, Clark Curtis, Ezra Heyl, Brayden Armstrong
Adult Mentors:
- Maleficent – Patricia Loera
- Grimhilde – Jamie Partain
- Jafar – Chris Owen
- Cruella De Vil – Rylee Woodard
- King Beast/Coach – Matthew Burns
- Queen Belle – Emma Rose Boone
- Fairy Godmother – Angie Morgan Whitehead
- Maurice – Saxon Whitehead
Crew:
- Directed by Justin A. Pike
- Music Direction by Patricia Lora
- Choreography by Reagan Turbyfill
- Costume Design by Dorothy Johnson, Brenya Sutton, and Susan Melton
- Scenic Design by Justin A. Pike
- Stage Managed by Emma Boone
- Lighting Design by Justin A. Pike
- Props by LeeAnn Clay
- Produced by The Shady Ladies
The Royal Theatre is located at 111 N. Market, Benton, Arkansas 72015.
501.315.5483.
Email [email protected].
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